Greenwood Dam

MIDDLE FORK SALT RIVER· Macon, Missouri· Built 1998· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Grade Stabilization Private

Key Takeaway

Greenwood Dam is classified as low hazard in Missouri. It was completed in 1998 and is 28 years old. Its primary use is grade stabilization.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 20.3% in MO)
Dam Length475 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage67 acre-ft
Normal Storage38 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area150 sq mi
Max Discharge9 cfs
Year Completed1998 (28 years old)
NID IDMO50782

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: No

Ownership

ERIC GREENWOOD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Greenwood Dam?

Greenwood Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Greenwood Dam?

Greenwood Dam is owned by ERIC GREENWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Greenwood Dam built?

Greenwood Dam was completed in 1998, making it 28 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Greenwood Dam?

Greenwood Dam serves the following purposes: Grade Stabilization. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Greenwood Dam?

Greenwood Dam has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.